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SV51 KBY

2002 Honda VTR1000 F

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Feb 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

29,135 mi
Last recorded29,135 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
Typical for 2002 Honda VTR1000 F16,492 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV51 KBY
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 F
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2026 29,135 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 2 Oct 2024 29,077 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 15 Sep 2023 29,054 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 9 Jul 2022 28,996 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 20 Mar 2021 28,838 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 27 Jul 2019 28,730 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2018 28,646 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2017 28,531 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2016 28,249 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 20 May 2015 28,107 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 19 May 2015 28,106 miles

Rear Registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 9 Apr 2014 27,967 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

rear no.plate REPLACE/chain slack re tension to suit/

Pass 17 Apr 2013 27,336 miles

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

TEMP repair h/lamp DIPPING WRONG recommend replaced/REAR no.plate lettering REPLACE

Pass 30 Mar 2012 27,189 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 24,968 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 23,749 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 16 Apr 2010 23,749 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 17 Apr 2009 21,431 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2008 19,618 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2007 18,612 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2006 16,552 miles

How Reliable is the Honda VTR1000 F?

Based on 65,377 MOT tests across 5,428 vehicles.

85.8%
Pass Rate
729
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
5,428
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 963
wheel bearings have excessive free play 388
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 373
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 361
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 336
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SV51 KBY is a 2002 Honda VTR1000 F in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

Across all 2002 Honda VTR1000 F models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.3% with a typical mileage of 16,492 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda VTR1000 F fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 963 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SV51 KBY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VTR1000 F typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 24 years old, this Honda VTR1000 F is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SV51 KBY registered?

SV51 KBY is a 2002 Honda VTR1000 F, first registered on 12 February 2002.

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